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“Americans may be shocked to learn that there is no veterans’ unemployment crisis. The unemployment rate in 2014 for post-9/11 veterans was 7.2 percent, the lowest level in seven years of tracking these veterans.
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“CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -
Hundreds of Tri-State veterans will head to Paul Brown Stadium Thursday in hopes of finding a job.
Loveland-based RecruitMilitary teamed up with Northern Kentucky-based DAV to put on the career fair. 77 companies registered to attend and according to the job fair website, there are thousands of jobs available.
The veteran job fair runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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“Jordan Bohrer joins RecruitMilitary in Loveland as vice president of finance and accounting.
Bohrer will assist RecruitMilitary's efforts to connect area companies that are serious about the benefits of veteran hiring with qualified, career-ready veteran candidates.”

“The latest crisis at the Department of Veterans Affairs has called into question again the proper role of government in the care of our veterans. Whereas healthcare is clearly in shambles, veterans’ employment is another realm in which well-meaning government involvement has been inefficient at best and ineffective or counterproductive at worst.
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“Recruit Military hosted it's seventh veterans job fair in Cincinnati at Paul Brown Stadium Thursday.
Hiring Our Heroes featured 82 companies, several of them locally based in the Greater Cincinnati area including, The Kroger Co., Cincinnati Bell and Fifth Third Bank.”

“More than 50 employers are expected to attend a job fair Thursday at Paul Brown Stadium dedicated to military veterans and their spouses.
The event, called "Hiring Our Heroes," is an exclusive job expo that's free for veterans, National Guard and reserves, spouses and military members transitioning to civilian life.”

“For Army Staff Sgt. Terence Gragston, Thursday's Recruit Military job fair was all about his future.
Gragston, a Xavier graduate, has only two more months remaining as a recruiter before his obligation to the Army ends.”

“In an era when “support our troops” bumper stickers are common and billboards and radio advertisements abound with rallying calls to give veterans a job, it is not surprising that many employers are overwhelmed and confused. Good intentions permeate most efforts to employ veterans at the national, state and local levels.”

“Christine Ruble specialized in logistics and supply in the U.S. Air Force, her employer right out of high school. Today, she’s heading up efforts to connect area companies with qualified military vets seeking jobs.”

“Among the fondest memories Peter Gudmundsson ’85 has of his three years as an active-duty U.S. Marine officer was the time in 1987 when, off the coast of Vietnam, he stood on the deck of a U.S. Navy ship looking up at the Soviet planes flying overhead. What was particularly memorable, he says, was not the plane flying overhead, but the reaction of the men in his platoon”

“The Community Press & Recorder - Loveland-based RecruitMilitary worked with the American Legion to host a job fair for more than 300 veterans and their families May 16, 2013 at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati.”

“(FOX 19 - Cincinnati) John Lundberg is Director of Events, Logistics and Operations for Recruit Military, which puts on the jobs fairs. Lundberg says the goal is to get veterans hired, or at least show them what they need to do to get a job.”

“Recruit Military holds job fairs across the U.S. to help find work for the men and women who sacrifice so much for their country.
This Hiring Our Heroes event was sponsored by Union Institute and University. Signage shots of several organizations including Kroger, Cincinnati Police Dept., Boyd Brothers Trucking, Strayer University, Home Depot and Coca-Cola. ”

“More than 80 local businesses came out to Paul Brown Stadium Thursday to meet with former military personnel looking for work. They were met by hundreds of unemployed or underemployed Tri-state veterans.
This Hiring Our Heroes event was proudly sponsored by Union Institute and University.”

“After combat missions in Iraq ended in December 2011, the first of 45,000 U.S. troops began returning home. As these war veterans settle into civilian life, many will face a reality familiar to millions of Americans, the pressure to find work.”

“By Mike Boyer
About 60 employers including local giants Kroger Co. and Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing will participate in a free "Hiring our Heroes" job fair for military veterans and their spouses on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Paul Brown Stadium downtown.
The job fair is expected to draw about 400 veterans and their spouses. It's part of a new partnership between Recr...”

“New efforts were started Thursday in the Tri-State to help military veterans find lasting jobs and careers now that they're out of uniform.
Hundreds of area military and veterans came out to Paul Brown stadium Thursday afternoon, in hopes of moving ahead with their search for a new job or career.
The Veterans Job and Career Expo once again opened its doors inside the stadium's Club Lounge...”

“By Mike Boyer
It's more than patriotic to hire military veterans, it's a smart business decision, says the founder of a Loveland firm that specializes in helping companies fine and hire veterans.
"Most human resources people don't think about veterans as a hiring niche. They're just looking for great people," said Drew Myers, CEO of RecruitMilitary, which hosts a veterans hiring expo Thur...”

“By: Anthony Mirones
Veterans had the chance to meet and interact with potential employees Thursday, August 26 at the Great American Ball Park. A job fair sponsored by Xavier University's Veterans Affairs Office was held so former military members could find work or learn entrepreneurial skills.
Former Army National Guard infantryman K.L. Allen was recruiting both prospective students and ...”

“By Naomi Snyder
Terry Pack was an aircraft mechanic serving in the Army in Iraq, spending two of the last six years in combat overseas.
Now that he's done his service for the country, he can't even get a job doing oil changes at Sears.
"It's tough,'' said the unemployed Clarksville veteran, who was honorably discharged in January. "I've been looking for any job."
A congressional hea...”

“Over 300 veterans and military spouses turned out at Turfway Park for the RecruitMilitary Opportunity Expo to check out employment, entrepreneurship and educational opportunities for especially for them. John Lundberg tells viewers that a veteran's great work ethic makes them highly attractive to employers, franchisors, and educational institutions.
To watch video click on Full Story below....”

“Reported by: Scott Wegener - Thirty companies, schools and service agencies converged, where people normally gather to bet on horseracing, to help veterans jumpstart their careers in this tough economy.
John Lundenberg, a vet whose company RecruitMilitary organized the event, surveys the bustling room with satisfaction.
"They're a higher quality individual who adds value to their organiza...”

“By Kevin Kelly
An event designed to help veterans of the U.S. armed forces and their spouses find work, start a business or further their education will be held Thursday at Turfway Park.
More than two dozen companies, organizations and schools are expected to participate in the RecruitMilitary Opportunity Expo. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to all veterans and mil...”

“Matt Murphy, RecruitMilitary's Senior VP of Business Development and Sales is a guest on Washington Journal to talk about a recent report that shows the jobless rate for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars is over eleven percent. He talks about connecting employers, educational institutions, and franchisors to veterans because of their character, skills and training, diversity, and securi...”

When attendees registered for the Cincinnati Veteran Job Fair, we asked them to let us know what fields they are interested in. The table below is a breakdown of those interests.

Interest

Attendee Count

Percentage

Government

308

43%

Logistics / Transportation / Warehouse

207

28%

Manufacturing / Operations

184

25%

Law Enforcement / Security

171

23%

Quality Assurance / Safety

164

22%

Project / Program Management

162

22%

Education / Training

156

21%

Human Resources

143

20%

Business / Strategic Management

137

19%

Aviation / Aerospace

136

19%

Customer Support / Client Care

133

18%

Administrative / Clerical

128

17%

Maintenance / Installation / Repair

126

17%

Marketing / Product Management

109

15%

Sales / Business Development

94

13%

Electronics

89

12%

Accounting / Finance / Insurance

88

12%

Construction / Trades

87

12%

IT / Software Development

82

11%

Medical / Health

80

11%

Other

75

10%

Banking / Real Estate / Mortgage

72

10%

Engineering

66

9%

Retail

51

7%

Food Services / Hospitality

50

6%

Creative / Design

44

6%

Part-time

38

5%

Biotech / R&D / Science

34

4%

Legal

33

4%

Editorial / Writing

28

3%

RecruitMilitary has held
17 events
in Cincinnati, drawing
6,121 attendees and
825 exhibitors.

Who Attended?

715 Registered Attendees

296 Soldiers

137 Sailors

135 Airmen

98 Marines

26 Others

18 Spouses

3 DoD Civilians

2 Coast Guardsmen

64
Exhibitors

In partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Sponsored by The Prudential Insurance Company of America

I was impressed that there were more employers there at the Expo than advertised.

Cincinnati Expo Attendee

Great turnout of vets of all ages – I was surprised to see that there were so many of us 45+ (probably 20% of the attendees, and most companies were receptive to our age group!). Unusual for job fairs. GREAT JOB GUYS AND GALS!

Cincinnati Expo Attendee

The RecruitMilitary Career Expo provided a unique opportunity to network with employers and veterans who were all seeking a similar goal: “to employ US Veterans."

Cincinnati Expo Attendee

The recruiters were very attentive. When the recruiter identified a skill set that their company could use, they expounded on positions that may be a potential fit. I got the impression the exhibitors were serious about hiring vets.

Cincinnati Expo Attendee

Providing a comprehensive list of exhibitors beforehand allowed me to research and target the companies that would benefit from my background.

Job fair was great. Allowed me the opportunity to find an outstanding career.

Veteran Job Seeker -- 5/16/13 Cincinnati Career Fair

Excellent event! I lost my job last week but because of this event, it looks like I may be back to work as early as in a few weeks, plus getting free training!

March 2014 - Veteran Job Seeker, Army National Guard - E6

It was awesome - we are in the process of hiring 4 individuals.

Healthcare recruiter, 3/27/2014 Houston Career Fair

I received a job that very day!

1/30/14 OKC Career Fair -- Army E-6

First military event, but very worth the time and money...will definitely be attending again. Also, it was great to shake hands and thank these individuals for their service.

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Manufacturing recruiter

Military candidates bring more tangible skills to the table. They are not as entry level as college grads who have the education but no hands on experience. Very impressed. A lot of strong and skilled candidates.

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Telecommunications recruiter

The Expo at Paul Brown Stadium blew away the expectations that I had. The organization of the event was exceptional and the exhibitors clearly wanted Veterans to apply. I can't say enough great things about Mike Francomb and the whole team!

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Army O-5

Great exhibitors. They were very welcoming and understanding of military life and experience.

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Army National Guard O-2

All of the exhibitors were very friendly and looked as if they wanted to be there. That was something I haven't seen at a career expo from other sponsors.

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Army E-4

Excellent! The largest military job fair I've attended.

05/29/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- Navy E-4

Four of the people I spoke with today could come work for me tomorrow! Great event!

August 2014 Employer -- Financial Services recruiter

Look at the list of employers and find companies you are really interested in. Then, go to their website to learn more about the company and any open positions. Talk to every company, not just the ones you are really interested in. Network!!

10/2/14 Cincinnati Career Fair -- USAF E-5

Do your research and dress for the occasion. Bring at least two different resumes, one which targets the job you are trying to land. The other should be a more broad based, generic one highlighting all of the jobs skills you have.

Nov 2014 Attendee -- Navy E-7

The recurring role of "talk to everyone" is extremely important and should be embraced by each job seeker. Please continue to stress the importance of networking, not only with the recruiters but with fellow job seekers to increase the likeliness of finding a hidden opportunity.